Public service pay talks at the Workplace Relations Commission are at a critical juncture after 11 days of negotiations. Talks are continuing today as members receive this edition of Fórsa’s members’ news bulletin.
The ballot marks a significant step towards resolving a long-running dispute over pay, pensions and employment conditions for school secretaries and caretakers.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month so we’re taking the opportunity to remind branches that they can avail of workplace education and awareness sessions, thanks to BCI and Cornmarket.
Fórsa’s Health and Safety Committee hosted the event Managing Psychosocial Risks in the Workplace in Nerney’s Court bringing together workplace reps, branch officers, and officials to take on the dangers to mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.
Fórsa's International Solidarity Committee has recommended €410,000 in funding to support girls denied access to secondary education in Afghanistan and communities devastated by severe flooding in Nepal.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) is inviting migrant and minority ethnic members to build their leadership skills and strengthen the fight against workplace racism and discrimination.